Signal & Sign Maintenance

Traffic Signals

Traffic signals provide for
the control of vehicular and pedestrian traffic. They assign
right-of-way to the various traffic movements. When used properly, they
provide for the orderly movement of traffic, increase the potential
capacity of an intersection and reduce the frequency and severity of
certain types of crashes.

There are only five signalized
intersections in the unincorporated area of Shasta County. With so few
traffic signals, the County contracts with the City of Redding for signal maintenance.

Signs

Signs provide regulations, guidance and information for the road
user. The sign crew maintains nearly 11,000 signs. The County utilizes
a night driving program to check the reflectivity of each sign on an
annual basis. A traffic sign will last 5 to 7 years before it fading
and requiring replacement. Other reasons for sign replacement include
vandalism, accidents and theft. Most of the standard signs are
recycled. The Department also operates a sign shop on an as-needed
basis for emergencies and fabricating non-standard signs.